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I have been in the medical field since graduating high school in 2007. I became a CNA in 2008. I've worked at a nursing home did home care and also worked in a hospital. In 2014 I went back to school to become a Registered Medical Assistant. I worked at a Foot and Ankle specialist office and a Cardiologist office . I am...
Kayla can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, visiting physician, personal care
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Kerri M.
Portsmouth, RI
$23-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced, Compassionate Caregiver With Over Three Years Of Experience Providing Exceptional Care
One thing you should know about me is that I provide the utmost and absolute best Senior care, through three years of experience with compassionate caregiving, trust, and forming bonds with those I care for.
My skills include interpersonal skills, preparedness for caregiving, companionship, and time management skills.
Kerri can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, transportation, dementia & more
I am a former CNA with experience working in an assisted living as well as in private homecare. I am currently working in childcare but looking for a change. Excellent refrences. Reliable and compassionate caregiver. I hope to hear from you!
Leslie can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am caring, dependable senior caregiver, and willing to assist. I do have references upon request. I am available on short notice.
Marlo can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care
Beth S.
Portsmouth, RI
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a recently retired school counselor with over 20 years of elder care experience. I am passionate about keeping people in their own homes rather than seeing them be put in nursing homes because no one can take care of them. I am compassionate, outgoing, punctual, an excellent cook and take pride in any job I have had. I have...
Beth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, errands, transportation
Ana M.
Fall River, MA
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver/House Manager, Lots Of Energy, Fun And Dependable
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I had spent several years as a CNA (Certified Nurse's Aide) and Home Health Care Aide. I have worked the last 15 years as a care giver in private home care. I have experience with the following: - Clients with Dementia - Clients with Aphasia - Clients recovering from Stroke - Hospice Clients - Clients coming from Rehabilitation...
Ana can also help with: Personal care, dementia, companionship, meal prep, transportation
5.0
"Ana goes above and beyond on the job-she treats my mother like her own family. I give her my highest recommendation without reservation. Caregiving is a vocation for her, not just a job."
Frances H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Compassionate, Confidential, and Discreet . Medical Advocate, CNA, and Hospice Doula that listens to the needs of Family. I assure you can find relief , knowing You or your loved one is receiving the best care possible . Have worked in Private and Public with many Wonderful Families and have top references. My background helps...
Tanzi can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
CNA
5.0
"She is a very responsible woman. Always showed up. Nice personality. Very knowledgeable in her job. She was very attentive for my mom and took good care of her needs. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a good caregiver."
David H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a licensed skilled Certified Nursing Assistant, with adequate qualities to ensure safety and progression with clients. I am BLS / CPR certified in both adult and infant resuscitation. I have more than five years experience working with geriatric patients with neurological diseases. I am kind, empathetic, and patient, when...
Anissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
CNA
5.0
"My family and I could not recommend a CNA more highly than Anissa. We will always be grateful to her for the amazing care she provided our father at the end of his life. Her genuine kindness and compassion made his final days far more bearable for him, our mom, and...
Allie D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of caregiving experience within homes. I can help with bathing/personal hygiene, dressing, transferring from bed to chair, meal prep, light house keeping, transportation and medication management. I have worked with people who stuffer from Alzheimer's, limited mobility, and post hospitalization.
Caitlin can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, personal care, dementia, hospice services & more
5.0
"Caitlin is nice to have around and very helpful. She is pleasant, timely, and capable. Happy to recommend her based on the help that she gave my Mom this summer. Would absolutely have her help us again."
William S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have enjoyed being a senior caregiver for over 15 years. I have been working for a wonderful 95-year-old woman for the past five years. I assist her with feeding, bathing, dressing, cooking, medication management, transportation to appointments, grocery shopping, and companionship, she has become a family member to me. I am...
Denise can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, errands, personal care, dementia, meal prep & more
5.0
"Denise is a lovely person. I am so blessed to have found her. She is very patient and kind to my mom. She makes my mom feel at ease. She is very helpful, and does over and above what is expected. Denise handles every situation compassionately and professionally....
Linda G.
5.0
(1)
I Currently work as a CNA with the elderly, I am very passionate about my job because I like helping others, and helping them feel that they are still capable of being independent with a little help.
Regiane can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, home modification, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Regiane is an excellent worker she’s an ambitious individual who loves to show people her excellent work ethic! Regiane has shown our entire staff how far you can get with just being kind honest and respectful. I’d definitely recommend her for any fast paced busy...
Kimberly A.
5.0
(22)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
As a DEPENDABLE, trustworthy, and responsible caregiver, I understand consistency and flexibility are key to a successful day. My place in the home is to offer guidance and extra hands, so family members know their loved one is safe.
- Licensed CNA with many years of personal care experience: showering, dressing, toileting,...
Erin can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Erin is not only well qualified but in addition is patient, attentive, and organized. She responds to request quickly and includes fees. I have scheduled her regularly to transport my 94 year old aunt who is troubled with memory loss and uses a walker. Erin assists...
Care member
5.0
(2)
I am a senior caregiver who has been caring for an elderly gentleman with Alzheimer's for the past 3 years, at first in his home, and then when he transferred to a nursing home. I am seeking additional opportunities to work with families and assist them in the care of their loved ones. I also had spent many hours volunteering at...
Brenda can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, dementia
5.0
"We hired Brenda over 3 years ago to help out with our father with Alzheimer's. She was amazing in every way. Our mom needed help at various times during the week and Brenda was flexible for her. Brenda show true compassion and caring for our father. It meant...
Rob O.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Sharon and I have enjoyed working with the elderly population for the past 20 years. Being on the mature side, I can relate very easily with my clients. I am a licensed nursing assistant and very experienced in all area's of daily living including Dementia/Alzheimer's. I can adapt very easily to any situation...
Sharon can also help with: Personal care, home modification, visiting physician, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Sharon is amazing. She cared for my mom with Alzheimer's for a year and a half and kept her happy, active and safe. She additionally prepared our dinners and entertained six dogs! Any family would be lucky to have her caring for a loved one. She is a gem."
Patti D.
Many years experience in providing Physical Therapy and personal care in Home Care, Rehab, Palliative Care, Hospice, Dementia, Alzheimers, Reiki, Meditation, etc
Ann can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Christian S.
Newport, RI
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there. I am a retired nurse with 30 plus years experience looking for a caregiver/companion position. Very flexible. Experience includes personal care, medication management cooking and light housekeeping. I have skills in dementia care, wound care including wound vac, cardiac, rehab, home care and the ER. Great references....
Christian can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Throughout my life and work experiences, I have taken on many positions. Caregiving has been one of them for all ages. I have been a personal assistant to many ages from birth to 96 years old. For the last 20 years, I have been caring for, more of the aging population. I am always adaptable to each person's individual needs and...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, personal care, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Lori F . I am a 52-year-old stay-at-home mom of two teenage daughters. I have almost two full years of paid caregiving experience. I have taken care of an elderly woman who has since passed away and am currently working with another elderly woman from Tiverton. I can provide references that support my...
Lori can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning
Starr S.
Middletown, RI
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
To Care For Those Who Once Cared For Us. Is One Of The Highest Honors!!!
I am an energetic, sometimes loud, but very attentive person. I've raised four successful humans. Until recently, I didn't know what my "calling" was. I found it, and it's caretaking. The stories our elderly tell and lessons other sweet humans give are so rewarding. I am medication certified. CPR certified, willing, and looking...
Starr can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, meal prep, errands & more
I am very passionate about my job, I have been caring for my Grandmother before she died and I am very mature and responsible, I would like to continue caring for others which is my passion, I have been caring for seniors for quite some time, I have worked in a nursing home in the dementia unit as well as a hospital, I have...
Kaydie can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
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Recent caregiver reviews in Portsmouth, RI
Ana M.
5.0
Ana goes above and beyond on the job-she treats my mother like her own family. I give her my highest recommendation without reservation. Caregiving is a vocation for her, not just a job.
- Frances H.
Tanzi A.
5.0
She is a very responsible woman. Always showed up. Nice personality. Very knowledgeable in her job. She was very attentive for my mom and took good care of her needs. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a good caregiver.
- David H.
Anissa V.
5.0
My family and I could not recommend a CNA more highly than Anissa. We will always be grateful to her for the amazing care she provided our father at the end of his life. Her genuine kindness and compassion made his final days far more bearable for him, our mom, and our entire family. Anissa answered...
- Allie D.
Caitlin K.
5.0
Caitlin is nice to have around and very helpful. She is pleasant, timely, and capable. Happy to recommend her based on the help that she gave my Mom this summer. Would absolutely have her help us again.
- William S.
Denise F.
5.0
Denise was the most dependable and caring individual I've ever hired. I felt completely at easy leaving her in my mother's hands she loved her so much. highly recommended
- Nichole W.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Portsmouth, RI
What caregiver services can I find near me in Portsmouth, RI?
Most private senior caregiver services in Portsmouth, RI will offer companionship, safety supervision, and assistance with daily activities in the comfort of the person's home. Caregivers can help seniors to move safely around their home, provide social and emotional support, assist with different degrees of personal care (bathing, dressing, or feeding), and help with meal preparations or light housekeeping. They can also help your loved one with medication reminders, and some can even drive them to any errand or doctor appointments around Portsmouth.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Portsmouth, RI in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Portsmouth, RI on Care.com as of November, 2024 is $20.00 per hour. This cost may fluctuate depending on the type of assistance needed by your senior loved one and the caregiver's experience and certifications.
How do I find private caregivers near me in Portsmouth, RI?
There are currently 5 caregivers in Portsmouth, RI on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Portsmouth, RI or zip code, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options. From there, compare candidates by reading about their experience working with seniors, the type of caregiving services they provide, and their hourly rate. Be sure to run background checks and check references from other families in Portsmouth before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Portsmouth, RI background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Portsmouth, RI on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Senior caregivers who complete this background check will have a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run. While CareCheck is a good start, we strongly recommend that you follow some additional steps for hiring a caregiver for seniors safely, which include interviewing candidates, checking references, and running your own background check. Visit our Safety Center to learn more.